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The Loop
Keeping you in it April 2020
Contents
2 PRESIDENTS REPORT /
INFORMATION KIOSK
3 PBA OFFICE REPORT
4 BUSINESS FEATURE
5 UPSKILLING DURING THE
COVID-19 LOCKDOWN /
GIVE IT A WHIRL
6 POLICE REPORT / CPNZ REPORT /
FRANKLIN LOCAL BOARD UPDATE
7 COVID-19 INFORMATION
8 INSTAGRAM ACCOUNTS WE
LOVE / CONTACT DETAILS
President’s Report
Never waste a good crisis. Yesterday I listened to a pod cast about extreme productivity and
As I write this, I know some businesses may not survive this period the speaker made the case that productivity increases with better
of lock down. The PBA has all the latest links to explain what support quality rest. Perhaps slowing down and reconnecting with yourself
is available currently. Can I encourage you to reach out and be and those close to you would be a good use of this time.
proactive, don’t wait until it is too late. I applied for the package to It’s also the start of the new financial year. What will you do
pay my staff and was pleasantly surprised to have it in my account differently this new year to the last?
the next day. Make the most of every support so we can get through The PBA staff are working through this lock down and the committee
this. will continue meeting. We are brainstorming ideas to support
Back in 2008, during the Wall Street meltdown — the worst U.S. business through this crisis. We would appreciate any
economic disaster since the Great Depression — Rahm Emanuel, ideas or input you may have.
former president Barack Obama’s chief of staff, advised to “never
waste a good crisis”. How can we make the most of this crisis? Rupert Ross
President
Whether we like it or not, most business owners are now in enforced
lock down and we may have more time on our hands than usual. I
have my own list of DIY projects, but I think there are better ways
we can use our time. You have probably heard the story of Sir Isaac
Newton, when Cambridge was closed for the first time in its history
due to the plague. It is said he went home, sat in his garden, saw
the apple drop and came up with his theory around gravity. He also
used his down time to thrash out optics and calculus.
What apples might drop for you during this season? Many of us as
business owners are so busy cutting down trees, we seldom pause
to sharpen our tools or look around the forest. How are your tools,
are you still in the right forest? The PBA has a list of online learning
that is available to increase your tool kit. Much of it is free. Perhaps
we could come out of lock down with some fresh skills and talents.
Information Kiosk
Before we all went into lock-down you may have noticed the gorgeous
changes to our electronic kiosk in the town square.
We now have the kiosk wrapped – on one side is a Tui sitting in a Kowhai tree
and the other is a close up of one of Pukekohe’s beautiful Cherry Blossom
Trees. The photographs were taken by Harry Janssen Photography and
Design and was printed and applied by Sign Max Pukekohe.
This wrap was to beautify the kiosk and hopefully make it more noticeable.
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Office Report Here’s what the Business Association team have been up to…
Business Awards Facebook Giveaways
Due to the change in alert status on Monday Starting Monday 30th March, we are
in relation to Covid19 our March Committee instigating a $1000 facebook giveaway
meeting was postponed. I will have more
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, we promotion consisting of 4 prizes of $250
information about the 2020 Business Awards
have shifted our services and functions to following our next, remote, Committee dollars. Prizes will be vouchers for local
operate remotely. The Business Association meeting. Please keep reading our emails to businesses – putting the money straight
Office has been closed from 5pm, Monday members for up to date information on ALL back into our local economy where it is most
23 March and will remain closed until our events and promotions. needed.
further notice. Our team is still working, and
you can get in touch by phone, email and School Holiday Event Please make sure to follow us on facebook
facebook so please reach out to us if you Following the Government announcements, to see this giveaway – we also encourage
need support. we regret to inform you that we have you to share any of our promotions with
Covid-19 cancelled the School Holiday event in April. your followers.
The Pukekohe Business Association is We understand this may be disappointing,
Murals
committed to providing our members with however, the health and wellbeing of our
up to date information and support on the community is most important at this time We are excited to announce that we have
COVID-19 crisis. and measures to limit the potential spread two murals to be completed by the end of
For more information on Covid-19 please of COVID-19 are essential to this. June ideally. However, we may find these
see page 7. Please follow us on facebook We are hopeful that this event will be able to extend into our new financial year starting
and continue to read our email to members go ahead in October. July 1st.
for the most up to date information.
The first mural will be located on the Stirling
Sports western wall and is due to be started
as soon as possible. We would like to thank
the landlord and Stirling Sports for their
positive support of this project.
Useful Links for Business
Ever needed employment law advice? Or
you want to find out more about the
upcoming unlock Pukekohe Panuku
development?
Check out our website under the
Business Subsidies membership tab, where we have compiled
One of the ways we can assist you during a handy list of business-related websites.
this time is through our Business Subsidies.
For example, if you want to talk to your Happy Easter
accountant about your tax obligations The PBA wishes you a safe and happy
or a lawyer then our Business Advice Easter, given the circumstances.
and Training Subsidy could help. Or, if Voucher Booklet
you are wanting to increase your online The Shop Local Voucher Booklet Promo was
presence or advertising then our Marketing due to begin on Wednesday 1st April. Due
Implementation Subsidy can help with this. to the current circumstances, we will be
If you want to clean and sanitise the front of postponing the start date to Friday 1st May
your shop then you can apply for our Shop at the earliest.
Front Tidy Subsidy. If you have already received your booklet
For more information in the mail, PLEASE
on any of our HOLD ON TO IT so POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
subsidies please you can use all the
check out our website fantastic offers once
– you will find the things are back to
subsidies under the
normal.
membership tab.
If you would like For our participating
to apply for any businesses – we will
be in touch closer to
Voucher Promotion 2020
Received your
Kendyl, Shawna &
subsidies please booklet in the mail?
HOLD ON TO IT
Chenay
& support local once
email us at info@ the time to sort out
*T’s & C’s apply – see our website for details
businesses re-open
Follow @pukekoheba on Facebook.
Follow @pukekoheba
on Facebook
pukekohe.org.nz all the details.
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Business Feature - Mitre 10 MEGA Pukekohe
Interview with Mitre 10 MEGA
Pukekohe
1. How long has your business been in
Pukekohe?
The Mitre 10 brand has been in Pukekohe
since the mid-70’s when Cooper & Curd
started trading as Mitre 10. The owners
of Mitre 10 MEGA Pukekohe have been
involved with the brand since 2005,
initially trading as Mitre 10 on Manukau
Rd then opening as Mitre 10 MEGA in
2010 in the current location.
2. What is your favourite part of your job?
The people, both our fantastic team
and our customers.
3. What keeps you motivated?
Striving for excellence in an ever-
changing environment; new products
and trends, new technology for our
The Mitre 10 brand has been part of New Zealand's team, and new ways for our customers
home improvement culture since 1974 and is part to shop. It never slows down!
of our DIY DNA. New Zealand owned and operated 4. What do you like most about
Pukekohe?
with stores across the country, we are New Zealand's Despite the enormous growth Pukekohe
largest home improvement and garden retailer and continue to grow through both share has seen over recent years it still feels like
of market and number of stores. the same small town I grew up in. While
I don’t recognise as many faces as I used
Our trade business is also steadily growing with more and more trade professionals to, many of the familiar local families are
seeking to partner with us. To support this DIY and trade expansion we have expanded our still involved in community groups and
organisations in the area.
supplier network in both New Zealand and overseas, steadily building upon our competitive
5. How do you think Aucklander’s
advantage, great pricing and increased range for customers. We place a strong focus on perceive Pukekohe?
customer service and staff training and are committed to providing the inspiration, advice, Some probably still see it as a small
community built around the market
tools and materials our customers need to see their home improvement project through to
gardens, but that is changing and I
completion. think it is now seen escape from the
To give a little something back, Mitre 10 are involved in many uniquely New Zealand projects, city for many, while still close enough to
commute to work.
such as the Mitre 10 Takahe Rescue project, the New Zealander of the Year, Community of
6. Where might we find you after work?
the Year Award and the Neurological Foundation's Annual Appeal on top of many individual Spending time with family at home, at
projects supported by our local stores to help their local communities. Bledisloe Park Sports Centre (which I am
also involved in the day-to-day running
On a local level, Mitre 10 MEGA Pukekohe supports a large number of schools, sports clubs of), or watching football.
and community groups with sponsorship packages, and donations such as gift cards and 7. What is something people may not
store product. We give to hundreds of smaller community events, be it school Agricultural know about you or your business?
Like our store owners, the team are all
Days or fundraisers, sports club events, or individual fundraisers.
locals, from the greater Franklin area.
Winning the Community Recognition Award at the 2019 Best in Business Awards for our The team we have in Pukekohe are what
commitment to local community is something we are very proud of. We feel it is important makes our store special. We have a good
team culture and a team who look out
to give back to the community that considers us their local, and to also look out for the for not just our customers, but for each
environment, and our team. other.
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Upskilling during the Covid-19 lockdown
As we begin this lock down journey, this is a great opportunity to training courses are a great way to keep you and staff engaged
upskill yourself and staff by attending webinars or taking part in during this period of Lockdown. Visit https://www.training.co.nz/
online training. courses/business/ to register.
The Social School on facebook and Employsure.co.nz are hosting The Pukekohe Business Association offers a $500+ GST subsidy
regular webinars that focus and feature key business practices, for businesses who would like to take part in training or up
advice and options. skilling.
The Social School is a FREE Facebook community (group) for Email Shawna@pukekohe.org.nz if you would like to find out
SMEs. It exists to help you stay on top of updates, real trends, more.
and learn how to implement best practice social media to grow an
amazing brand. Visit The Social Schools Facebook group https://
www.facebook.com/groups/thesocialschool
Employsure.co.nz covers topics on Self-Isolation and the health
of your employees, Covid-19 Wage Subsidy and Leave Payment,
Managing stand downs in your business, Minimum Wage changes
for April 1 2020. To register for these visit https://employsure.co.nz/
event/exclusive-webinars-coronavirus-lockdown-and-contingency/
Training.co.nz also has a wide range of online training courses that
may be useful for some businesses. From a Diploma in Business
Accounting, Management, Administration and Technology; online
Give it a Whirl - Wine and Design with Harwood Goldsmiths
This month we were very lucky to be invited to Harwood Goldsmiths
for a 'Wine & Design' evening.
This fun after-hours service allows Penny and Tineke to focus on you
and your dream piece of jewellery in a more private setting.
Kendyl brought along a couple of rings that she would like to 'up-
cycle' and showed the ladies some ideas that she liked.
After discussing ideas, taking measurements and getting a feel for
what Kendyl was after, Penny and Tineke beautifully designed a few
options using their CAD software.
All jewellery is designed and manufactured on-site in their Pukekohe
store. If you would like to know more about Harwood Goldsmiths'
'Wine & Design' nights, give the ladies a call on 09-239 2502 or visit
them at 50 Edinburgh Street.
Mention the PBA to receive $50 off a Wine & Design evening.
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Police Report
“Stop ringing police to dob people in who are not yet self-isolating.”
That's the message from authorities after 111 has come under "significant pressure" as the result of a larger
than usual number of calls, many of which weren't emergencies.
Police said they acknowledge people are concerned, but they shouldn't ring the main 111 line unless it's
absolutely necessary.
Supt Trappitt said people with concerns about those not self-isolating should email NHCCselfisolation@
health.govt.nz or complete the 105 online form found at www.police.govt.nz/105support
During the lockdown there will be an increased police presence on the streets. Officers will be focussed on
educating the public about the new rules, but won't rule out enforcement action if gatherings are occurring
or there is disorder at essential businesses.
For the latest updates from Police during this time, follow them on Facebook @NZPolice.
Source- newshub.co.nz
CPNZ Report Franklin Local Board Update
Pukekohe Community Patrol are an organization made up entirely Urgent decisions still being made
of volunteers. We work in partnership with the New Zealand Police
Your board has adopted emergency measures that allow it to
to keep our communities safe. Our role is to act as extra eyes and make urgent decisions. Three members, chair Andy Baker, deputy
ears for Police through our patrolling. Angela Fulljames and Alan Cole, oversee any decision-making,
We currently have 33 active members ranging in age from 20 to 80 which must be reported back to the next meeting.
years old. Last calendar year, we travelled 12,360km and clocked
You can still be heard
up over 1,400 hours of patrol time. That is 1,400 hours out and
about in Pukekohe helping to keep our community safe! Feedback is still welcome from residents of Franklin on the Local
We also attend events throughout Franklin such as the PBA School Board plan. Visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/haveyour-say
Holidays in the Square, Childrens Day and the Positive Ageing Local board business continues
Expo.
Despite the lockdown we still have work to do, with technology
Late last year, thanks to the generous support of local businesses allowing us to meet up online to discuss important issues. We
and the community, we were able to purchase a new patrol vehicle continue to engage with our communities via social media and
complete with official CPNZ livery, Lightbar, GPS unit and front & other online platforms.
rear dash cameras.
Keep in contact
As well as acting as extra eyes and ears, we can also be called upon
by Police to assist with things such as road cordons at accidents, Your elected members are still working during lockdown and can
moving convoys and foot patrols. still be contacted. Email Franklinlocalboard@aucklandcouncl.
govt.nz or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz for more
We are always looking for new members to join our team! To join
contact details. Don’t forget to follow them on Facebook
Community Patrol you must:
@FranklinLocalBoard.
• Be 18 years of age
For more updates from Auckland Council visit
• Have a full New Zealand Drivers licence https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/
• Pass a Police background check
• Patrol for a minimum of four hours per month
If you meet these requirements, send us an email:
pukekohe@cpnz.org.nz
You can also follow us on
Facebook and Instagram:
@pukekohecommunitypatrol
The PBA is a proud
supporter of CPNZ
Pukekohe
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COVID-19 Information
As the Government has moved New Zealand into a Level 4 What is the Pukekohe Business Association doing to help support
businesses during this time?
lockdown, ALL non-essential businesses must now be closed. All
The Pukekohe Business Association is committed to providing
bars, restaurants, cafes, gyms, cinemas, pools, museums, libraries, support to our members during this time of uncertainty.
playgrounds and any other place where the public congregate must Some of the initiatives include:
close their face to face function. • Providing up to date, relevant business information
• Encouraging businesses to utilise the subsidies available to
Essential businesses and those that support them will remain open
them E.g Business Advice and Training, Marketing Plan &
to provide the necessities of life for everyone in New Zealand. This Marketing Implementation Subsidies
means food, healthcare, energy, internet, waste collection and • Brainstorming and coming up with further promotions and
ideas to encourage local spend
financial support will always be available. They must have health
• Reallocating funds to help with the above
measures and contact tracing in place.
• Encouraging businesses to review their own business
To assist businesses during this time, the Governments economic resilience and continuity plans and providing information to
assist with this.
response package is available to help cushion the impact of
• Taking feedback and ideas from businesses on how we can
COVID-19 and support the economy during the crisis. offer more support during this time.
This package includes: We are always looking for ways we can provide more support and
assistance to our businesses. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if
• wage subsidy scheme you wish to discuss your ideas.
• leave and self-isolation support These are unprecedented times and we truly feel for all of our
businesses.
• business cash flow and tax measures We are disappointed on behalf of the RSA that ANZAC day services
• wider $12.1 billion packages. have been cancelled across NZ in the wake of Covid19, however,
we strongly support staying at home to keep people safe. We
You can apply as an employer or as a self-employed worker by recommend following @RSAFranklinInc on Facebook to be kept
in the Loop about any ANZAC announcements. We will remember
visiting workandincome.govt.nz. For more information about the
them.
employers support package visit aucklandchamber.co.nz/
business-support/business-assistance-covid-19
The Government, retail banks and the Reserve Bank have
also announced a major financial support package for home
owners and businesses affected by the economic impacts
of COVID-19.
The package will include a six month principal and interest
payment holiday for mortgage holders and SME customers
whose incomes have been affected by the economic
disruption from COVID-19.
Visit https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/mortgage-
holiday-and-business-finance-support-schemes-cushion-
covid-impacts for more information.
To ensure you are kept up to date with the most recent
changes and notifications visit covid19.govt.nz , business.
govt.nz/news/coronavirus-information-for-businesses ,
www.beehive.govt.nz or on facebook www.facebook.com/
UniteAgainstCovid19
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Administration PUKEKOHE
Manager: Promotions Co-ordinator: Administration Co-ordinator: BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
info@pukekohe.org.nz
Kendyl Chenay Shawna
www.pukekohe.org.nz
Sullivan Douglas Coleman
@pukekoheba
09 910 0137 09 910 0137 09 910 0137
Pukekohe Business Association
Instagram accounts we love Committee
Want to know what keeps us entertained during the lockdown? Here are our current favourite President:
Instagram pages that help us keep sane! Feel free to share your favourite Instagram/Facebook pages Rupert Ross
or Memes with us @PukekoheBA on Facebook or Instagram 09 238 1951
Vibra Train
Chenay Shawna Kendyl
Vice President:
@celestebarber @averageparentproblems @accidentallywesanderson
Marie Peters
@thelukecook @iflscience @mytherapistsays 09 973 0979
Quinovic Pukekohe
We know times are tough right now but here are few funny’s that we hope will put a smile on your face!
Treasurer:
Philippa O'Mara
09 238 5939
Engine Room Chartered Accountants
Local Board Representative:
Alan Cole
Franklin Local Board
Committee Members:
Brandon Botting
09 238 3678
ITM Pukekohe
Damian Walworth
09 887 2057
DW Homes
Donna Vincent
09 238 0750
Workz4U Ltd
Erin Pellow
09 238 4163
Pellow Bros
Mykeljon Winckel
0800 002 760
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort has been made to
provide valuable, useful information
in this publication, the Business
Association accepts no responsibility
or any form of liability from reliance
upon or use of its contents. Any
suggestions should be considered
carefully within your own particular
circumstances, as they are intended as
general information only.
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